Field Service Engineer-Rotherham

ACS Performance; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security systems provider is seeking a Field Service Engineer for varied, site-based work in Rotherham and surrounding areas. This role involves installing, servicing, and repairing high-security equipment, such as gates and barriers, across client sites in the UK. Candidates should have a strong mechanical and electrical background, a full UK driving licence, and experience with automated machinery. Competitive salary and uncapped overtime provided.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Tools and PPE provided

Competitive salary

Uncapped overtime

Training on specialist equipment

Qualifications

• Experience working on automated/industrial machinery.
• Able to read mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and maintain automated physical security systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical/mechanical faults.
• Participate in an on-call rota when required.

Skills

Multiskilled in mechanical and electrical disciplines

Excellent fault-finding skills

Customer-facing communication

Familiar with PLC controls

Flexible with hours and travel

Education

Full UK driving licence

British passport holder

ECS or CSCS card

Tools

Automated/industrial machinery

Hydraulics knowledge

Job description

Job vacancy - Field Service Engineer-Rotherham

Position: Field Service Engineer-Rotherham

Field Service Engineer- Rotherham; area including; heffield, Barnsley, Doncaster, Dinnington and Rotherham

We're recruiting for a Field Service Engineer to join a well-established leader in physical security systems. This role suits a hands‑on engineer with electromechanical skills who enjoys varied, site‑based work. You'll be installing, servicing, and repairing high‑security equipment such as gates, barriers, and bollards at client sites across the UK.

A company vehicle, tools, PPE, and phone are provided. You'll receive a competitive salary, uncapped overtime, and training on specialist equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, service, and maintain automated physical security systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical/mechanical faults.
• Conduct site surveys and complete job documentation.
• Travel to client sites across the UK - including long‑distance driving and overnight stays.
• Participate in an on‑call rota (occasional weekend/night work may be required).

Skills & Experience Required:

• Multiskilled in mechanical and electrical disciplines (strong in one, with solid knowledge of the other).
• Experience working on automated/industrial machinery (e.g. steel works, food processing, agricultural repairs).
• Full UK driving licence.
• British passport holder (in‑date) and able to pass MOD security vetting.
• Previous gate/barrier/entry system experience is highly desirable.
• Able to read mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Familiar with PLC controls (preferred).
• Hydraulics knowledge is an advantage.
• Excellent fault‑finding skills and customer‑facing communication.
• Holds an ECS or CSCS card (preferred).
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors.
• Flexible with hours, job changes, and travel/staying away as needed.

ACS are recruiting for a Field Service Engineer. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Field Service Engineer submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Field Service Engineer. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Field Service Engineer with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Field Service Engineer role you desire.